University of California-Berkeley
Assistant Director, Undergraduate Advising (0313U) #72393
University of California-Berkeley, Berkeley, California, United States, 94709
About Berkeley
At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.Departmental Overview
The College of Letters & Science is the largest of the university's 15 colleges and schools and the most prestigious teaching and research unit in the UC system. L&S encompasses more than half of the campus' faculty, three-quarters of its undergraduate students, and half of its Ph.D. candidates.Position Summary
The Assistant Director is a key member of the Office's senior management team. As a direct report to the Advising Director or the Assistant Dean of Advising, the incumbent functions as a consultant to the Director and Assistant Dean in areas of academic advising, organizational structure, programming, and outreach.Responsibilities
Planning & Development:Develops, interprets, provides direction, sets goals, supervises, and manages advising programs and strategies designed to promote student academic success.Assesses overall operational management and student needs.Evaluates, analyzes, monitors, and helps to collaboratively modify advising services.Supervision, Management & Leadership:Supervises advisors (7-10 FTE) who are providing the full range of academic advising.Promotes career development; identifies and provides professional development opportunities to support employee goals.Program/Project Management:In consultation with senior management, recommends which resources will be committed to advising and programmatic goals and objectives.Advising & Dean's Representative:Serves as a high-level advising resource for Deans, staff, faculty, and other campus administrators.Campus Outreach:Serves on committees representing OUA as assigned.Professional Development:Stays abreast of best practices and innovations in academic advising and people management.Other:Other job duties as assigned and relevant to the position.Required Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of academic advising and counseling techniques.Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of assessment, data gathering, and analysis approaches.Master's Degree in Counseling, Education, or related field.Salary & Benefits
This is a full-time, career position. This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work within the United States.How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Diversity Statement
Please include a brief statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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At the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community.Departmental Overview
The College of Letters & Science is the largest of the university's 15 colleges and schools and the most prestigious teaching and research unit in the UC system. L&S encompasses more than half of the campus' faculty, three-quarters of its undergraduate students, and half of its Ph.D. candidates.Position Summary
The Assistant Director is a key member of the Office's senior management team. As a direct report to the Advising Director or the Assistant Dean of Advising, the incumbent functions as a consultant to the Director and Assistant Dean in areas of academic advising, organizational structure, programming, and outreach.Responsibilities
Planning & Development:Develops, interprets, provides direction, sets goals, supervises, and manages advising programs and strategies designed to promote student academic success.Assesses overall operational management and student needs.Evaluates, analyzes, monitors, and helps to collaboratively modify advising services.Supervision, Management & Leadership:Supervises advisors (7-10 FTE) who are providing the full range of academic advising.Promotes career development; identifies and provides professional development opportunities to support employee goals.Program/Project Management:In consultation with senior management, recommends which resources will be committed to advising and programmatic goals and objectives.Advising & Dean's Representative:Serves as a high-level advising resource for Deans, staff, faculty, and other campus administrators.Campus Outreach:Serves on committees representing OUA as assigned.Professional Development:Stays abreast of best practices and innovations in academic advising and people management.Other:Other job duties as assigned and relevant to the position.Required Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of academic advising and counseling techniques.Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training.Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of assessment, data gathering, and analysis approaches.Master's Degree in Counseling, Education, or related field.Salary & Benefits
This is a full-time, career position. This position is eligible for up to 40% remote work within the United States.How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter.Diversity Statement
Please include a brief statement on your contributions to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in your professional experience.Conviction History Background
This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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